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Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Part 2

The Appointment

2:00 pm came and went… Jason thought that he had
been stood up on the appointment when suddenly his phone rang. Hello this is
Jason, how may I help you? The voice on the other end of the line came back -
hi Jason this is John Ramsey. I’m running a bit late. I’ll be there in about
thirty minutes. Will you have the car ready when I get there? I’m looking
forward to seeing and driving it. Yes, I’ll be here responded Jason.
The car is parked in front of the dealership and is ready to go. Thank you for
calling and letting me know that you are running late.

Jason prepared himself for the appointment, he
even went out to the car to make sure there was gas for the test drive and also
reassured himself that the car was looking its best. This just may be a great
day after all Jason thought.

It was 3:45 pm when the black sedan pulled into
the parking lot. A tall dark haired man in a black suit wearing sunglasses
emerged from the driver’s side of the car. A moment later the most striking
tall redheaded woman exited the passengers side. They walked up to the
dealership entry together and upon entering the building the man stated that
they were here to see a salesman by the name of Jason.

The desk manager instantly got on the intercom
and announced that Jason’s customer had arrived.

Jason was up on his feet in a flash. Upon
leaving the bullpen, Jason made an examination of his appearance and readied
himself to deal with his appointment.

Rounding the corner Jason first saw the tall man
with the sunglasses. Hi said Jason, I’m assuming that you are John Ramsey. Yes,
and you must be Jason, the man stated putting out his hand to shake Jason's.
I’m sorry about the late arrival but I had to stop and pick up my wife Sarah.
That’s OK stated Jason. Hi Sarah, Jason said with a smile – it is nice to meet
both of you. The woman smiled but did not say anything.

I have the car parked right out front and ready
to go. Both of you will want to see and drive the vehicle, it’s a real beauty
of sports car. Step this way Jason said with a smile. The man and woman
followed Jason out of the building.

Exiting the building Jason noticed how
strikingly handsome the couple were together. He also noticed that the woman
was carrying a rather over sized lady’s bag. Would you like to leave
your bag inside the building Jason asked her, no one will bother your stuff.
She instantly responded with no, I think it must come with me. OK, said Jason.

The couple walked around the vehicle displaying
interest in all that Jason had to say during his demonstration. The usual
questions and answers were being relayed back and forth between the salesman
and the customers. Finally Jason asserted, let’s take her out for a test drive.
The couple instantly smiled and said okay. I’ll have to drive the car off the
lot and then we’ll switch out drivers Jason said, the couple nodded in
agreement. Let me get a dealer tag and we’ll be on our way. Oh and one more
thing, I’ll need a copy of your driver’s licenses. The man’s expression dimmed
for a moment.

Why do you need a copy of my licenses, don’t you
trust me, he ask? It’s company policy, that’s all Jason stated. Just in case we
get in an accident or you guys decide to kidnap me or something, the company
will have a record of whom I’m with on the test drive Jason said with a
smile. The man’s expression lighted and he opened his wallet and
produced a temporary license. We just moved out to California about three weeks
ago the man said. Oh, that’s OK said Jason; this will work while examining the
temp license. Just one of those boxes I have to check off, if you know what I
mean... and Jason left to get the tag.

Returning to the couple with the dealer tag in
hand, Jason was now ready for the demonstration ride and the adventure that
awaited him.

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Jason the now 57-year-old car salesman pondered his
situation quietly as he gazed out the window of the car dealership. How did it
come to be that he was here? What bad deed did he do that brought him to this
point in his life? Was God punishing him?Or, was it something else?

I have always been a top performer in everything that I have
ever attempted in my life, he thought to himself.Is this what remains available to me for the
remaining eight thousand days I have left on earth?Am I to make my living based on the buying
and selling of others Am I being served a slice of humble pie for taking the
life that I have lived for granted?These were just a few of the thoughts running through Jason’s mind.

While having sold cars to work his way through college,
Jason knew that this was not what he had planned for his life. Life had come full circle he thought to
himself. What was once old and out of mind had become new and unfamiliar.

Suddenly, a gentle voice came out of nowhere interrupting Jason’s
thoughts. What’s up partner? Jason turned to find his desk mate and friend Carole
was there, greeting him with a warm smile. So how are things going today, she
said?Oh, hi there. Things are going
okay I guess was the response that he gave while holding back his true feeling.
I’m just trying to figure out how I’m going to get a car out today.In his mind he was really thinking about how
and why he had been downsized out the job that he really loved a few months
ago.

Things are kind of slow today, he said. I’ve called all of
my prospects but I don’t really have anything cooking at the moment. How’s your
day going? Carole replied with I’m having a great day! I have two appointments
set and it looks like I’m building some momentum today. That’s great Jason
replied. Go get em’ tiger!Then his desk
phone rings.

Hello, this is Jason, how may I help you today? The voice on
the other end of the conversation sounded deep and dark. Yes, hi, this is John
Ramsey and I’m doing some research. Oh, said Jason, how may I assist? Yes, I’m
looking for a new BMW 325i the voice came back saying. Well you’ve picked a
great time to be interested in a new BMW, Jason replied. What specific
questions do you have about the 325i?

My main question is what is the price on the 325i convertible
you have listed online equipped with the full navigation package the voice said.
Is the navigation package something that must be on the car Jason asked? Yes,
the voice answered back. Well you are lucky; we have a convertible version in
stock. What’s your favorite color Jason asked automatically?Well I prefer red the voice answered. Great,
we have exactly what you are looking for. When can you come in to take a test
drive Jason asked? I’ll be down at your place in about an hour, will you be
available the voice answered?Yes, do
you need directions to our locations Jason answered? No, I know where you are
located and besides I have a GPS. Great! Jason responded. I’ll see at 2:00
o’clock then, but just in case I miss you what is your cell number?My number is 555-2314 with a Memphis area
code of 901. I’ll see you at 2:00 pm the voice stated. Great, I’ll see you then
Jason stated and hung up the phone.

Wow, Jason thought, maybe today will be a better day after
all.Keeping busy and selling a new car
will certainly keep my mind off of past glories and indiscretions. I’d
better get the red Beemer ready for a test drive.Let’s see, what was that stock number again?